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Reduce yarn thickness by removing plies to match the desired size

Reduce yarn thickness by removing plies to match the desired size

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  • Topic: Fly selection and tying
  • Original category: Fly Tying and Materials
  • Species: Steelhead
  • Water: Not stated
  • Region: Not stated
  • Skill level: Intermediate

Tip

Tip: Reduce yarn thickness by removing plies to match the desired size

How to do it: Thin yarn by removing plies to match desired body size

Mistake it fixes: Using full-thickness yarn when a thinner body is wanted

Why it works: Removing plies allows precise yarn thickness control for different body sizes.

When it matters most: Fly tying, yarn

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